Hawaiian's network expansion has been quite interesting in recent years, though not as interesting as the new route that was announced on November 30, 2022 - Hawaiian Airlines to serve the Cook Islands. … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Airlines to Serve the Cook Islands
Hawaiian Premier Club BOGO Offer
Black Friday and Cyber Monday may be over, but Hawaiian Airlines still has sales, including the recently announced Hawaiian Premier Club BOGO offer. That's right, for a limited time, you can buy one Premier Club membership and gift another for free! … [Read more...] about Hawaiian Premier Club BOGO Offer
October 2022 Hawaii Hotel Figures
The October 2022 Hawaii hotel figures are out, and they're showing lower overall occupancy rates compared to both the month prior and at the same time in 2019. Rates, however, continue to remain much higher than they were three years ago. … [Read more...] about October 2022 Hawaii Hotel Figures
Mauna Loa Eruption 2022
At long last, the largest volcano on the planet has awakened from its slumber. Yup, that's right, for the first time in 38 years, there is an active Mauna Loa eruption. Even better, it doesn't look like it'll impact any populated areas, at least for now. … [Read more...] about Mauna Loa Eruption 2022
Alaska Air Fall 2022 Menu Review
I just got back from California last week and was able to sample the new eats on Alaska Air. So let's talk about the newish Alaska Air fall 2022 menu - ok, just the sandwiches - including what I liked and didn't. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Fall 2022 Menu Review
Visiting the Puna Chocolate Hilo Store
I've been buying Puna Chocolate for a couple of years now but have never been able to visit one of their physical locations until now. In the waning moments of our time on the Big Island, Mrs. Island Miler and I decided to pay the Puna Chocolate Hilo store a visit. … [Read more...] about Visiting the Puna Chocolate Hilo Store
Lyft Perks Return to Chase Cards!
When Chase upped the Sapphire Reserve's annual fee in 2020, they gave us some temporary Lyft benefits. It seems they made financial sense for them - or at least marketing sense - as Lyft perks return to Chase cards! … [Read more...] about Lyft Perks Return to Chase Cards!
Alaska Air Partners with Mokulele
Recently, Hawaiian Airlines signed an interline agreement with Mokulele Air. However, the airline of the 49th state has one-uped them with a much more comprehensive agreement, as Alaska Air partners with Mokulele. … [Read more...] about Alaska Air Partners with Mokulele
Disappointing: Mio Pastalogy
Wafu cuisine has been gaining popularity over the years. I fell in love with wafu pasta in the form of Tarako Spaghetti (with shiso) during my last visit to Japan in 2009. So I was excited to finally give wafu pasta spot - Mio Pastalogy - a try. Too bad it ended up being disappointing. … [Read more...] about Disappointing: Mio Pastalogy
I Hope Frontier Stays Away From Hawaii
Ultra-Low Cost Carrier, Frontier Airlines, is preparing for the arrival of its first Airbus A321XLR aircraft. Naturally, part of that prep work involves discussing potential routes. I know we're on their list, but I hope Frontier stays away from Hawaii. … [Read more...] about I Hope Frontier Stays Away From Hawaii